A
quality education is an asset that every child should be afforded. Carletta
S. Hurt is a teacher, counselor, and youth advocate who understands
the concept that, “it takes a village to raise a child.”
At
a young age, Carletta demonstrated her dedication to being a part of
that village by working diligently with her local Young Women’s
Christian Association (YWCA) and Red Cross in her hometown of Macon,
Georgia during the summer and holiday breaks. Those years of invaluable
experience working and volunteering in her community ultimately lead
her to funnel her energies into the field of education. She possesses
a background in supervising programs, organizing engaging curricula,
and implementing effective models.
Carletta’s
educational experience is extensive and well balanced. While serving
as a Math and Science teacher for City Schools of Decatur, she continued
to nurture her passion for children by serving as a mentor, cheerleading
co-sponsor, and tutor for the after school program. Her passion was
recognized and celebrated with a request for her to serve as Co-Director
of the City Schools of Decatur’s Summer School. Her work with
youth continues as a guidance counselor in Fulton County Schools and
program coordinator for IN THE LOOP of Success, a summer
enrichment program and GIRLS Empowerment Seminars.
A graduate of Oglethorpe University and Georgia State University, Carletta is a certified teacher grades (4-8) and guidance counselor grades (K-12). She serves on several non-profit boards and is a contributor for Examiner.com.